CHICKEN TAGINE WITH PLUMS AND SPICES

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Categories     Chicken

Yield 4 People

Number Of Ingredients 16

¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 large chicken, cut into eight pieces
Fine sea salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon Madras curry powder (optional)
1 large onion, thinly sliced
1 head of garlic, cloves peeled and thinly sliced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh ginger or powder
2 tablespoons finely chopped preserved lemon, rind only, flesh discarded (available from Kalustyan's, 123 Lexington Avenue, near 28th Street or Dean & Deluca, 560 Broadway, at Prince Street)
2 tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and chopped
4 prune plums, quartered and stones removed
1 ½ cups chicken stock or water
2 tablespoons almond slivers, toasted

Steps:

  • Place a tagine (or large heavy-bottomed casserole) at least 10 inches in diameter over high heat, and add the oil. Season the chicken generously with salt and pepper. When the oil is hot, place the chicken pieces skin-side-down in the pot. When the oil starts to sizzle, reduce the heat to medium. Sprinkle ½ teaspoon each of the coriander, cumin, turmeric, and curry powder (if using) over the chicken. Cook until the chicken is golden brown, about 15 minutes. (Check regularly to make sure that the chicken is not sticking to the pan.) Spread the onion, garlic, ginger, and tomatoes on a cutting board, and season generously with the salt and pepper. Add them to the tagine, covering the chicken. Sprinkle with the remaining coriander, cumin, turmeric, and curry powder. Add the lemon rind and chicken stock, cover, and cook for 15 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender. Add the plums and cook for a further 15 minutes or until chicken is tender. (It may take a little longer if you're using a tagine.) To serve, place about ½ cup of couscous on each plate, top with a few pieces of chicken, and spoon some cooking liquid and vegetables over each plate. Garnish with almond slivers. Recommended Wines Bordeaux, such as Château L'Angelus; Côte du Rhône, such as La Bernardine Châteauneuf-du-Pape; or Syrah, such as Araujo. Best With Suggested menu: Selection of meze including baba ghannouj, hummus, grape leaves stuffed with rice, tabbouleh, red-pepper confit with capers, Greek salad; Chicken tagine with plum and spices; Couscous; Selection of cheese; Chocolate dessert.

Enock Khanyile
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This was my first time making tagine, and I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It was so easy to follow, and the results were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Muhammad Qasim Ali (Qasim Jutt)
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I love how this recipe uses simple ingredients to create such a complex and flavorful dish. It's a great example of how you don't need a lot of fancy ingredients to make something delicious.


Danielle George Shirley
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This tagine is a great dish for a special occasion. It's elegant and impressive, but it's also not too difficult to make.


Stylish Rajpoot133
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook chicken, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. It's unique and flavorful, and I'll definitely be making it again.


Suban Arshed
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This tagine was a great way to use up some leftover chicken. It was quick and easy to make, and the results were delicious.


Mubarak Gujarati
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I'm not a huge fan of plums, but I really enjoyed this dish. The spices and chicken were delicious.


Sohel hasan Sohan
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Overall, this was a great recipe. I would definitely recommend it to others.


Melrose Demby
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The chicken was a bit dry. I think I might try cooking it for a shorter amount of time next time.


Nepali Kuwait
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This tagine was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would reduce the amount of honey next time.


Haroon Arshad Haroon Arshad
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I love the vibrant colors of this dish. The plums and spices give it such a beautiful presentation. And the taste is just as good as it looks!


Amrc Cont
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This recipe was easy to follow and produced amazing results. The chicken was fall-off-the-bone tender, and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I served it over couscous, and it was a perfect meal.


Malik Tabish
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Wow! This tagine was a hit at our dinner party. The chicken was succulent and flavorful, while the plums added a touch of sweetness and depth. The spices were well-balanced, giving the dish a warm and inviting aroma.


Kalugwala Mustafi
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This chicken tagine was a delightful culinary journey. The combination of sweet plums, aromatic spices, and tender chicken was simply divine. The flavors melded together perfectly, creating a harmonious and tantalizing dish.


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